Posted in Firm News, Injuries on April 18, 2019

Many women throughout Washington and the United States suffer pelvic organ prolapse (POP), or the weakening of pelvic organs. For years, the most common method of treating POP was a surgical implant of mesh.These methods may have to change. The Food and Drug Administration has warned manufacturers and patients alike about mesh products for...

Posted in Firm News, Injuries on April 17, 2019

Anyone who owns a plot of property, from a landlord to a store owner, is responsible for the conditions of that property. This duty of care requires landowners to maintain their property and keep conditions safe for visitors. The duty of care is also the reason that property owners could be liable if someone...

Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on April 15, 2019

Driving is more dangerous than most people realize.And recently released statistics prove that driving in the United States may be becoming even more dangerous.According to the National Safety Council, there has been an uptick in traffic fatalities for the past three years.In 2016, 2017, and 2018, there have been more than 40,000 traffic fatalities...

Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on April 14, 2019

Like many residents in Washington State, you may be watching the development of autonomous vehicle technology carefully. A major benefit touted as a primary reason for these vehicles is the elimination of human-caused accidents. In looking at statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, it may seem that this is a big need...

Posted in Firm News on April 12, 2019

It is common knowledge nowadays that distracted driving is an epidemic. The Washington Traffic Safety Commission reported that distracted driving causes roughly 30 percent of deadly crashes. And it has quickly become the number one cause of traffic accidents, putting more motorists in danger of sustaining severe injuries.In response to this epidemic, Washington police...

Posted in Birth Injuries, Firm News on April 11, 2019

Many birth injuries are severe and immediately recognizable. For example, both physicians and parents alike could identify whether a baby has broken bones or muscle-related injuries if the child cannot move easily after birth.However, some birth injuries are not always so apparent. Symptoms of a birth injury could appear after parents have brought their...

Posted in Firm News, Injuries on April 9, 2019

Now that spring is here, more and more Seattle residents are hitting the streets and enjoying outdoor activities such as walking, running, biking, and for children – playing outside. Now is a good time for a reminder about the potential for dog bites. Although dog attacks are rare, they can be extremely dangerous. A...

Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on April 7, 2019

Because you trust that your health care provider in Washington will effectively diagnose you and provide customized treatment, it can be unnerving to hear stories about people who have been the victim of a costly medical error at the hands of their doctor. At Elk + Elk, we are committed to providing people with...

Posted in Firm News, Medical Malpractice on April 2, 2019

According to U.S. News & World Report, there are 214 nursing homes in Washington. Thousands of families across the state have made the often-difficult decision of placing their loved ones in one of these facilities when they are no longer able to live at home.While most residents have a positive experience at nursing homes,...

Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on March 25, 2019

Dashcams have risen in popularity over the past few years. As a responsible motorist, you have probably wondered if a dashcam is something you should consider purchasing. Dashcams are easy to use and most work the same: The cameras start recording when the engine is turned on, and stop recording when the engine is...